Your new company

Are you a proactive and detail-driven legal assistant with a passion for litigation? We’re looking for a skilled professional to support three busy lawyers in a thriving mid-sized business law firm located in the heart of downtown Toronto. This full-time role offers the perfect blend of challenge, flexibility, and professional growth.

Your new role

• Hybrid Work Model:
  Enjoy the flexibility of working from home three days a week while staying connected with a collaborative in-office team two days per week.
• Direct Impact:
  Support three experienced lawyers in a fast-paced litigation and arbitration practice.
• Growth-Oriented Culture:
  Be part of a firm that values your contributions and invests in your development.

• Draft and revise legal correspondence and documents.
• Prepare briefs and records, ensuring compliance with electronic court filing standards.
• Manage service and filing of pleadings and forms.
• Liaise professionally with clients, court staff, and opposing counsel.
• Schedule meetings, travel, and maintain calendars.
• Monitor deadlines and assist with timely filings.
• Maintain organized files and tickler systems.
• Handle billing, WIP, and invoicing tasks.
• Support litigation workflows using modern legal tech tools.

What you'll need to succeed

• Minimum 3 years of experience in commercial litigation and arbitration.
• Strong knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure and court processes.
• Familiarity with Case Center and experience booking motions and attendances.
• Experience with legal software such as ACL, Everlaw, NetDocuments, and Actionstep (or similar).
• Legal Assistant or Law Clerk Certificate (or equivalent).
• High level of professionalism, discretion, and initiative.
• Excellent multitasking, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive salary, ranging from $60,000-80,000 (depending on experience) and benefits package.
• Supportive, team-oriented culture.
• Genuine opportunities for learning and career advancement.
• Convenient downtown location, steps from transit.
• Flexible hybrid work model to support work-life balance.

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

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